Model year guide

2008 Mercury Grand Marquis

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 54 on record.

2008 Mercury Grand Marquis at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints78
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$5,654

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2008 Mercury Grand Marquis recalls 3

Steering:rack And Pinion:pinion Shaft NHTSA Campaign #14V704000 · 05/11/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermediate shaft was serviced during the course of safety recall 13V-385. The prior repairs may not have been correctly perfor…

Fix: Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper immediate shaft if necessary free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. …

Steering NHTSA Campaign #13V385000 · 29/08/2013

Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Ne…

Fix: Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced …

Suspension:front:hub NHTSA Campaign #07V270000 · 26/06/2007

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND HUB ASSEMBLY MAY FRACTURE DUE TO IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND HUB ASSEMBLIES AND REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Mercury Grand Marquis common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 78 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2008 Mercury Grand Marquis MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,400

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis worth?

Low
$4,100
Typical price
$5,654
High
$7,100

From 52 comparable 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,150
Total$20,150
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($5,654) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,485), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Mercury Grand Marquis trims & engines on record

Trims
LS · GS
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl 224 hp

2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles on record

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2008 Mercury Grand Marquis — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis?

Based on 78 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, exterior lighting, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis at about 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis worth?

Comparable 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis listings run roughly $4,100–$7,100, typically around $5,654 (from 52 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.